The transaction targeted by Kent Hughes has just been revealed
In the past few hours, social media has been abuzz with the news that Kent Hughes was engaged in serious discussions to conclude a trade with the Arizona Coyotes.
We now have the details and finally know what trade the Canadiens were trying to make:
"Visuals were shown of Kent Hughes discussing with Bill Armstrong of the Arizona Coyotes. The Montreal Canadiens were trying to obtain another third-round pick, without success.
The identified player was Mathieu Cataford, I am told. He was ultimately drafted by Vegas." - Renaud Lavoie Interesting.
Cataford, an 18-year-old Quebecer, accumulated 75 points (31 goals) in 68 games this season with the Halifax Mooseheads in the QMJHL.
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